A bailee in a bailment for work and services is entitled to hold and, if necessary, sell the property if the bailor does not pay for the services or work done. This provision of law is known as a(n):
A) bailee's lien.
B) equitable lien.
C) consignor's lien
D) bailor's lien.

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A bailee's lien gives the bailee the right to hold and sell the property if the bailor does not pay for the services provided. This lien is a type of possessory lien that allows the bailee to retain possession of the property until the debt is paid. The bailee is not entitled to the property itself and must return it to the bailor once the debt has been satisfied.

A Bailee in a Bailment for Work and Services Is